RM36D0EC _52 Drivetrain _083071 AXLE AND DIFFERENTIAL _0403011 FRONT AXLE HUB A

AXLE AND DIFFERENTIAL  FRONT AXLE HUB  REMOVAL  


CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization, or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed and installed, or replaced during front axle hub assembly removal/installation are shown below.

Necessary Procedures After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced (for HV Model:)
Replaced Part or Performed Procedure Necessary Procedure Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed Link
Front wheel alignment adjustment
1.

Perform "Reset Memory"

2.

Perform "Calibration"


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DTCs are stored

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ABS warning light illuminates

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Brake warning light / yellow (minor malfunction) illuminates

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Slip indicator light illuminates

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Electronically controlled brake system disabled or malfunctions


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HINT:
for HV Model:

When the cable is disconnected / reconnected to the auxiliary battery terminal, systems temporarily stop operating. However, each system has a function that completes learning the first time the system is used.

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Learning completes when vehicle is driven

Effect/Inoperative Function When Necessary Procedures are not Performed Necessary Procedures Link
Lane tracing assist system Drive the vehicle straight ahead at 35 km/h (22 mph) or more for 5 second or more. (Click here)
Pre-collision system

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Learning completes when vehicle is operated normally

Effect/Inoperative Function When Necessary Procedures are not Performed Necessary Procedures Link
Power back door function Fully close the back door by hand.
HINT:

Initialization is not necessary if the above procedures are performed while the back door is closed.


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Power door lock control system If the back door is locked and therefore cannot be opened, it is necessary to unlock the back door using the door control switch, electrical key transmitter sub-assembly switch. (Click here)
Air conditioning system After the ignition switch is turned to ON, the servo motor standard position is recognized -

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Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.

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The following procedure is for the LH side.



Necessary Procedures After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced (for Gasoline Model:)
Replaced Part or Performed Procedure Necessary Procedure Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed Link
Front wheel alignment adjustment
1.

Perform "Reset Memory"

2.

Perform acceleration sensor zero point calibration and store system information memorization


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VSC is disabled or malfunctions

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DTCs are output

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Slip indicator light illuminates

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ABS warning light illuminates


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HINT:
for Gasoline Model:
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Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.

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The following procedure is for the LH side.



PROCEDURE

Hide 1. PRECAUTION (for HV Model)

NOTICE:

After the ignition switch is turned off, there may be a waiting time before disconnecting the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.

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Hide 43502H 4.REMOVE FRONT AXLE SHAFT NUT LH

a.
C409450N01
2.375,1.396 2.583,1.167 2.583,1.167 2.667,1.167 true 2.74,1.083 3.063,1.25 0.323,0.167 10 false SST

Using SST and a hammer, unstake the staked part of the front axle shaft nut LH.

SST
09930-00010  (09931-00010, 09931-00020)

NOTICE:

Loosen the staked part of the front axle shaft nut LH completely, otherwise the screw of the drive shaft may be damaged.



b.

While applying the brakes, remove the front axle shaft nut LH.


Hide 89543 5.DISCONNECT FRONT SPEED SENSOR LH

a.
C397644

Remove the bolt and disconnect the front speed sensor LH and front flexible hose from the front shock absorber assembly.

NOTICE:

Be sure to separate the front speed sensor LH and front flexible hose from the front shock absorber assembly completely.



b.
C397650

Remove the bolt, disengage the clamp and disconnect the front speed sensor LH from the front shock absorber assembly and steering knuckle.

NOTICE:
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Prevent foreign matter from contacting the sensor tip.

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Be careful not to damage the front speed sensor LH.

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Clean the speed sensor installation hole and the contact surfaces every time the front speed sensor LH is removed.




Hide 48069 9.DISCONNECT FRONT LOWER NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

a.
C397651

Remove the bolt and 2 nuts and disconnect the front lower No. 1 suspension arm sub-assembly from the front lower ball joint assembly.


Hide 10.DISCONNECT FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH

a.
C397652C01
2.781,0.406 3.188,0.406 3.188,0.406 3.188,1.573 true 2.927,0.667 3.188,0.667 true 3.115,1.615 3.396,1.823 0.281,0.208 10 false *a
*a Matchmark


Place matchmarks on the front axle hub LH and front drive shaft assembly LH as shown in the illustration.


b.
C397653

Using a plastic hammer, disconnect the front drive shaft assembly from the front axle assembly.

NOTICE:
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Do not damage the front drive shaft outboard joint boot.

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Do not push the front axle assembly towards the outside of the vehicle any further than necessary.



HINT:

If it is difficult to separate the front drive shaft assembly from the front axle assembly, tap the end of the front drive shaft assembly using a brass bar and a hammer.



Hide 11.REMOVE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY LH

a.
C397654

Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and front axle assembly from the front shock absorber assembly.

NOTICE:

When removing the nuts, keep the bolts from rotating.



Hide 43502C 12.REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

a.
C397655

Secure the front axle assembly between aluminum plates in a vise.

NOTICE:

Do not overtighten the vise.



b.

Remove the 4 bolts, front axle hub sub-assembly and front disc brake dust cover from the steering knuckle.

NOTICE:
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Do not drop the front axle hub sub-assembly.

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Be careful not to damage the speed sensor rotor or contact surfaces.

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Do not allow foreign matter to contact the speed sensor rotor or contact surfaces.